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FL53 VNH

2003 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

73,551 mi
Last recorded73,551 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 VNH
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 73,551 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Underside showing corrosion

Pass 21 Oct 2017 72,152 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine management light on at test

under side corroded

Fail 19 Oct 2017 72,135 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine management light on at test

under side corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2016 71,207 miles

slight power steering leak

Pass 8 Oct 2015 69,871 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2014 67,194 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front windscreen wiper arms insecure but not effecting drivers view

Pass 4 Oct 2014 67,194 miles

front windscreen wiper arms insecure but not effecting drivers view

Pass 5 Oct 2013 64,612 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 59,848 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Oct 2012 59,848 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 53,343 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Oct 2011 53,343 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 46,244 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 46,244 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 42,813 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Oct 2008 36,261 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 30,195 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Oct 2006 24,650 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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FL53 VNH is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 58,888 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FL53 VNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FL53 VNH registered?

FL53 VNH is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is FL53 VNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 VNH shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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